Talk Python To Me #434: Building Mobile Apps Backed with Python
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Oct 19, 2023 Mobile app developers Loren Aguey, Harout Boujakjian, Andréas Kühne, Jeyfrin, and Joshua discuss the role of Python in building mobile apps. They explore different frameworks like Flutter, Swift, Kivy, and Ionic, highlighting their advantages and challenges. The chapter also covers topics such as backend services, app store challenges, and the use of packages for mobile app development. Exciting insights are shared about building mobile apps with Python, offering valuable perspectives to app developers.
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Framework Selection Advice
- Consider cross-platform frameworks like Flutter, Ionic, and Kivy for easier development and broader reach.
- Native development offers deeper access to platform-specific features and APIs, making it better for unique functionalities.
Going Native for Customization
- Harut Bozakijan chose native Swift for Pin-Plan-It to access custom native functionalities when needed.
- Cross-platform development can limit access to advanced features or require unfamiliar native code later.
Flutter's Developer Experience
- Lauren Augie found Flutter's developer experience significantly better than native Android with Kotlin.
- Flutter's hot reload, widget tree, and cross-platform nature improved UI building and productivity.